iGaming content supplier Galaxsys announced that its latest game release, Tower Rush, has been named New Casino Game of 2024 at the SiGMA Europe Awards. The SiGMA Europe Awards celebrated innovation and excellence across the iGaming industry last week, within the framework of the SiGMA Europe show in Malta, bringing together industry leaders to recognise
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Lottery and gaming solutions provider Skilrock Technologies has announced its sponsorship of the upcoming “Evolve, Unify, Thrive: LatAm Gaming Evolution” webinar, scheduled for December 5. The event will be moderated by Rodrigo Cigliutti, the Executive Director of CIBELAE (Ibero-American Corporation of Lotteries and State Betting). “Rodrigo Cigliutti brings a wealth of experience and insight to the
iGaming company MelBet has announced that Bollywood actress Sherlyn Chopra will be its new brand ambassador. Under this role, Chopra will be involved in creating exclusive content and promoting MelBet in international markets. Chopra is well-known in India for her roles in film and television, including the successful psychological thriller Red Swastik. Chopra has also
The Casino Guru Awards are back for their third edition, and next year’s event promises to be bigger than ever, with the introduction of a new category: iGaming Changemaker of the Year. This award aims to spotlight individuals who have made a transformative and positive impact on the online gambling industry through visionary leadership, innovative solutions,
iGaming solutions provider Control F5 announced that it will attend the Mercosul iGaming Summit (MIS) 2024, which will take place on December 5 in Florianópolis (SC). The event is seen by the company as an opportunity to discuss innovations and trends in the gaming and betting market in Latin America, especially with the ongoing regulation process of
Multinational lottery operator Allwyn has announced the appointment of Elena Chambers as its new Group Chief Transformation and Corporate Development Officer. “Elena joins the business at a critical time as it seeks to enhance its strategic growth and transformation initiatives and further build the Allwyn brand,” the company said in a press release. In this role,
In a move towards modernizing India’s lottery sector, the state of Goa has introduced an entirely online lottery platform, sanctioned by the Directorate of Small Savings and Lotteries. This initiative, known as Great Goa Games, aims to bring transparency and convenience to an industry that has long grappled with allegations of mismanagement and fraud. Ticket
F1 returns to Sin City this weekend with hope that the Las Vegas Grand Prix will go down better with the local community than it did last year. The night race down The Strip looked spectacular and drove a $1.5 billion boost to the local economy, but months of construction work and the closure of
Denmark’s Gambling Authority, Spillemyndigheden, has drawn attention to the latest updates from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on high-risk jurisdictions, reinforcing the importance of compliance with global anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT) measures. The FATF’s updated lists classify jurisdictions based on their AML/CFT compliance. – Grey List: Includes countries
Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands (MBS) integrated resort is reportedly seeking to secure a loan facility of approximately SG$12 billion (US$9 billion), which would mark the largest financing deal in the city-state’s history. According to Bloomberg, this unprecedented move aims to support the planned expansion of its casino and resort complex while also refinancing an existing
Bally’s Corporation shareholders have approved the company’s $4.6 billion takeover from Standard General, Bally’s largest shareholder. The move paves the way for a merger with The Queen Casino & Entertainment (QC&E), a portfolio company majority-owned by Standard General. In July, Bally’s accepted a $4.6 billion acquisition offer from Standard General, with the hedge fund acquiring
Alabama lawmakers are preparing to revisit gambling legislation in 2025, following last year’s failed attempt to pass a comprehensive bill. While challenges remain, key stakeholders, including legislators and the influential Poarch Creek Indians, are expected to play critical roles in shaping the debate, as reported by CBS 42. “It is here. It is here
The Directorate General for the Regulation of Gaming (DGOJ), part of the Spanish Ministry of Social Rights, Consumption and Agenda 2030, penalized 15 operators of the online betting and gambling sector for “serious or very serious” infractions during the first semester of 2024. The fines amount to EUR 65,325,000 (over $69.1 million) and 13 of
Global casino management systems and jackpot technology supplier DR Gaming Technology (DRGT) will attend the upcoming Balkan Entertainment and Gaming Exhibition (BEGE) for the first time. The event is set to take place on November 27 – 28, a the Inter Expo Center in Sofia, Bulgaria. “Having recently secured our Bulgarian supplier license, as well as approvals
Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is gearing up for its 2025 opening by hosting its first major job fair on Wednesday, December 4. The event, set to take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bossier Civic Center (620 Benton Rd., Bossier City, LA 71111), aims to fill over 750 positions across multiple departments.
iGaming solutions provider Slotegrator successfully showcased its solutions at SiGMA Europe 2024, one of the main iGaming events of the year. Held in Malta from November 12-14, the show brought together over 27,000 industry professionals from around the world. Sloegrator said the global event acted as a “dynamic meeting point” for innovation, networking, and reflecting
Slot parts supplier Patriot Gaming & Electronics has announced an expansion of its operations on both the West and East Coasts in response to growing demand. The company called the move a major component in its commitment to providing products and services to its clients. Patriot West will be relocating to a larger facility in
The Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC), in partnership with Fanatics Sportsbook and Sportech Inc., has launched its 11th retail sportsbook at Sportech’s Winners facility in Norwalk, just off Interstate 95. The new location at 24 Burnell Blvd. features betting windows, eight self-service kiosks, and high-definition TVs throughout the venue. Sports bettors can wager on a
Gambling law and regulation conference Regulating the Game has announced that only three spots remain available for Pitch! @RTG, with some organizations having already flagged their intention to apply. Pitch! is held within the framework of the Regulating the Game conference, set to take place March 10-13 in Sydney, Australia. “Pitch! brings together global innovators, regtech leaders, industry disruptors,
Online casino database Casino Guru continues to build upon its responsible gambling partnership with Mindway AI, an RG tech and solutions provider focusing on offering actionable real-time insight into consumer gambling behavior, by launching a revised campaign focused on the Gamalyze self-assessment game, in time for Safer Gambling Week 2024 (SGW24). The game, a reinvention of the self-test,